Szymon Fijalkowski
Co-Founder
Salary / Daily rate
Gdańsk, Poland
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Dynamic and results-oriented transformation leader with over 10 years of experience driving enterprise change across IT, Automotive, and FMCG sectors. A proven strategic partner with a passion for building high-performing teams, orchestrating cross-functional delivery, and leveraging Al and automation to unlock measurable business value. Adept at advising executive stakeholders in complex, ambiguous environments, with demonstrated ability to own end-to-end program vision from strategy through multi-year execution. Possessing deep expertise in program governance, technology transformation, and customer enablement, I bring a track record of leading complex initiatives that improve operational efficiency, accelerate platform adoption, and drive commercial growth. My strategic acumen, ownership mentality, and unwavering focus on value realization make me well-equipped to lead enterprise transformations at the intersection of Al, product evolution, and customer impact.
Work experience
Co-Founder
Kene
Aug 2025 - Present
1 year 3 months
Collibra
Jul 2019 - Present
7 years 4 months
Senior Program Manager
Oct 2020 - Present
6 years 1 month
- Spearheaded and provided support for diverse projects, including infrastructure upgrades, product releases, and modularization efforts. - Collaborated closely with departmental leaders to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with organizational objectives. - Assisted the release management team, actively contributing to process enhancements and streamlining release procedures. - Initiated and led multiple data-focused initiatives aimed at improving KPIs related to predictability metrics, team health, and timely delivery.
Engineering Operations Manager
Jul 2019 - Oct 2020
1 year 4 months
- Developed a streamlined collaboration process between Product, Engineering, and Support teams, enhancing cross-functional communication and efficiency. - Created and implemented customized tools using Jira/Confluence to support the collaborative process, improving visibility and coordination among teams. - Proactively identified areas for process improvement, including release management, development workflows, and agile practices, driving continuous enhancements and optimizing team productivity.
Consultant
KEY
Oct 2017 - Jul 2019
1 year 10 months
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian District, Poland
- Utilized CAD software to design intricate models for diverse industries, including automotive, medical, and white goods, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications. - Established a feedback loop with customers, actively seeking their input to enhance daily work processes and overall outcomes, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and product quality. - Pioneered the implementation of Agile methodologies within the company, laying the groundwork and fostering a culture of agility, enabling more efficient project execution and adaptability.
Management Program for EMEA
Bunge
Oct 2015 - Oct 2017
2 years 1 month
The Bunge Engineering Traineeship is Bunge’s highly selective 24-month program for technical graduates pursuing careers in industrial operations. Gain hands-on experience, rotate through European facilities, and develop expertise in engineering, project management, production, innovation, and environmental sciences. Limited to 1-2 participants per country. - working in Poland and Germany on-site - leading my first OPEX project - working with Global Leaders in the community to elevate the usage of HCL Connections (IBM Connections) - leading safety/BI project in Poland
Education
Poznan University of Technology
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
2010 - 2015
5 years 1 month
Licenses & certifications
Certificate - AI in business development
Issued: Sep 2025
Collibra Data Steward Certification
Issued: Dec 2024
Program Management Foundations
Issued: Oct 2023
PMI: Agile Foundations
Issued: Jul 2020